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Physical Dimensions and

Indicators

LED Indicators

The 3G42WT has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear for better organization. The display

is visible on the front of the 3G42WT to provide you with information about network activity and the device status. See below for an

explanation of each of the indicator lights.

LED

INDICATOR

ICON

COLOUR

MODE

DEFINITION

High

Blue

Off

Router powered off or on other signal strength

On

High signal strength

Med

Blue

Off

Router powered off or on other signal strength

On

Medium signal strength

Low

Blue

Off

Router powered off or on other signal strength

On

Low signal strength

2G

Blue

Off

No connection available or Next G service in use

On

Connection established with 2G network

Blinking

Connecting with 2G network

3G

Blue

Off

No connection available or 2G service in use

On

Connection established with Next G network

Blinking

Connecting with Next G network

LAN 1 - 4

Blue

Off

No device connected or connected device is off

On

Powered device connected to the associated LAN port (includes

devices with Wake-On-LAN capability where a slight voltage is

supplied to an Ethernet connection)

Blinking

LAN activity present (traffic in either direction)

Internet

Blue

Off

No connection to the Internet

On

Internet connection established

Blinking

Data is being transmitted through the Internet connection

WiFi

Blue

Off

Local Wi-Fi access to the Router is disabled

On

Local Wi-Fi access to the Router is enabled

Blinking

Data is being transmitted or received over Wi-Fi

Power

Blue

Off

Router is powered off

On

Router is powered on

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Physical Dimensions

The following page lists the physical dimensions of the 3G42WT.

3G42WT

Length

160 mm

Height

195 mm

Width

42 mm

Weight

362 grams

3G42WT Default Settings

The following tables list the default settings for the 3G42WT:

LAN (MANAGEMENT)

Static IP Address:

10.0.0.138

Subnet Mask:

255.255.255.0

Default Gateway:

10.0.0.138

WIRELESS (WI-FI)

SSID:

(Refer to the included Wireless Security Card)

Security:

WPA2-PSK

Security Key:

(Refer to the included Wireless Security Card)

3G42WT WEB INTERFACE ACCESS

Username:

admin

Password:

admin

Restore Factory Default Settings

Restoring factory defaults will reset the Telstra Ultimate Gateway to its factory default configuration. Occasions may present

themselves where you need to restore the factory defaults on your Telstra Ultimate Gateway such as:



You have lost your username and password and are unable to login to the web configuration page;



You have purchased your Telstra Ultimate Gateway from someone else and need to reconfigure the device to work

with your Next G service;



You are asked to perform a factory reset by support staff.

In order to restore your Telstra Ultimate Gateway to its factory default settings, please follow these steps:



Ensure that your Telstra Ultimate Gateway Router is powered on (for at least 10 seconds);



Use a paper clip or a pencil tip to depress the reset button for ten seconds and release. At this point, the reset is in

progress. Do not power off the unit at this point.



When the indicator lights return to steady blue, the reset is complete. The default settings are now restored. The entire

process takes about 45 seconds to complete.



Once you have reset your Telstra Ultimate Gateway Router to its default settings you will be able to access the

device’s configuration web interface using

with username ‘admin’ and password ‘admin’.

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Integrated Interfaces

The following integrated interfaces are available on the 3G42WT:

INTERFACE

FUNCTION

Next G SIM Slot

Insert an active SIM card here

Optional External Antenna Connectors

You can connect up to 2 external antennas to boost your Next G signal. The

antenna connectors are specially designed and use an accessory cable available

from the NetComm website to facilitate connections to external SMA based

antennas.

Please note: If only connecting a single antenna, ensure it is connected to

the MAIN external antenna connector.

Four RJ-45 Ethernet LAN Ports

Connect Ethernet based devices here

Reset Button

Reset the Router to factory defaults

Power jack for DC power input (12VDC / 1.5A)

Connect the power supply here

USB printer / hard drive

Connect a USB based printer or storage device here to share content with

attached devices

USB printer / hard drive

Connect a USB based printer or storage device here to share content with

attached devices

Power button

Turn the Router On or Off

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Safety and Product Care

With reference to unpacking, installation, use and maintenance of your electronic device, the following basic guidelines are

recommended:



Do not use or install this product near water to avoid fire or shock hazard. For example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink,

laundry tub, or near a swimming pool. Also, do not expose the equipment to rain or damp areas (e.g. a wet basement).



Do not connect the power supply cord on elevated surfaces. Allow it to lie freely. There should be no obstructions in its

path and no heavy items should be placed on the cord. In addition, do not walk on, step on or mistreat the cord.



To safeguard the equipment against overheating, make sure that all openings in the unit that offer exposure to air are

unobstructed.

WARNING

Disconnect the power line from the device before servicing.

Transport and Handling

When transporting the 3G42WT, it is recommended to return the product in the original packaging. This ensures the product will not

be damaged.

In the event the product needs to be returned, ensure it is securely packaged with appropriate padding to prevent

damage during courier transport.

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Installation and Configuration of

the 3G42WT

Placement of your 3G42WT

The wireless connection between your 3G42WT and your Wi-Fi devices will be stronger the closer your connected devices are to

your 3G42WT. Your wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your 3G42WT and connected

devices increases. This may or may not be directly noticeable, and is greatly affected by the individual installation environment.

If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the

computer to a position between three to five meters from the 3G42WT in order to see if distance is the problem.

Please note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless

network from functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this

checklist may help.

If you experience difficulties connecting wirelessly between your Wi-Fi Devices and your 3G42WT, please try the following steps:



In multi-storey homes, place the 3G42WT on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may

mean placing the 3G42WT on an upper floor.



Try not to place the 3G42WT near a cordless telephone that operates at the same radio frequency as the 3G42WT

(2.4GHz).

Avoid obstacles and interference

Avoid placing your 3G42WT near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit

wireless communication include:



Refrigerators



Washers and/or dryers



Metal cabinets



Large aquariums



Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows



If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as those listed above are not blocking

the signal’s path (between your devices and the 3G42WT).

Cordless Phones

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after considering the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:



Try moving cordless phones away from your 3G42WT and your wireless-enabled computers.



Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s

information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering with the 3G42WT.



If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless

network. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your 3G42WT to channel 11. See your phone’s user

manual for detailed instructions.



If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone.

Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network

In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless

networks nearby that can conflict with your wireless network. Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of your

wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and switch your

Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.

Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from

neighbouring cordless phones or other wireless devices.